Origami
SJA offers origami workshops periodically for young learners and grown-ups alike interested in learning origami paper folding, an art form and one of the oldest parts of Japanese culture. We strive to provide easy-to-follow instructions to create simple yet adorable models anyone can enjoy. Our instructors are trained and certified under the Taro’s Origami Studio Artist Basic Certification Course.
Our workshops focus on basic folding techniques that will provide a lifelong skill to transform a piece of square paper into intricate sculptures. Incorporating elements of Japanese tradition, our workshops touch upon the importance of proper posture, mindful breathing and respect. Simple Japanese vocabulary, such as the names of models we create, are also introduced.
Origami Workshops
Upcoming Workshops and Programs
SJA offers origami workshops periodically for young learners and grown-ups alike interested in learning origami paper folding, an art form and one of the oldest parts of Japanese culture. We strive to provide easy-to-follow instructions to create simple yet adorable models anyone can enjoy. Our instructors are trained and certified under the Taro’s Origami Studio Artist Basic Certification Course.
Our workshops focus on basic folding techniques that will provide a lifelong skill to transform a piece of square paper into intricate sculptures. Incorporating elements of Japanese tradition, our workshops touch upon the importance of proper posture, mindful breathing and respect. Simple Japanese vocabulary, such as the names of models we create, are also introduced.
Past Workshops and Programs
Past Workshops and Program History
YEP (virtual) – November-December 2021
We are excited to announce Beginner Origami Classes under YEP (Youth Enrichment Program) of ALC (Arlington Learning Community). Mondays 4:30-5:30 p.m. for 3 weeks. (Models to fold are subject to change based on the skill level of students).
Monday, December 6 Holiday Star Models
Monday, December 13 Candles, Colorful Wreath, Gift Box
Monday, December 20 Japanese New Year Models (Daruma, Yakko Kite, Spinning Top)
Register Here: Holiday Origami – 21FYPFA20 (arlingtonadulted.org)
WINTER ORIGAMI WORKSHOPS (virtual) – 2021-2022
We are also hosting the free SJA Winter workshops! They are on the second Sundays at 5:00 p.m. (45 minutes). Please register first and we will send you a Zoom link. The workshop will be suited for students of any age from kindergarteners to retirees looking for a new hobby. A great opportunity for a family activity as well. All skill levels are welcome. (Themes are subject to change).
December Workshop | Sunday, December 12th | Theme: Holiday Season
January Workshop | Sunday, January 9th | Theme: New Year
February Workshop | Sunday, February 13th | Valentines Day
Register Here: SJA Winter 2021/22 Origami Workshop for Everyone (google.com)
Looking forward to seeing you this winter. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@sjastudy.org
Summer Youth Program – 2019
Origami and Paper Art – After school enrichment program at ATS (Arlington Traditional Elementary School)
Summer Origami Workshops (virtual) – 2020
Fall Origami Workshops (virtual) – 2020
Winter Origami Workshops (virtual) – 2020-2021
YEP Spring Break Camp (virtual) – 2021
Spring Origami Workshops (virtual) – 2021
YEP Summer Camp (virtual) – 2021
Fall Origami Workshops (virtual) – 2021
SUMMER ORIGAMI WORKSHOPS
We learned a lot and had great fun making origami this summer! Through a total of six sessions from July to August, students learned basic skills such as book fold and diagonal fold, as well as more challenging techniques such as petal fold and inside reverse fold. What do those terms mean really? It means that students can now have a skillset to make a samurai helmet, a paper balloon, a crane and Pikachu with ease.
At our workshop, we always start with steps to help us get ready for folding paper. We make sure that our hands are clean (no sticky fingers or covered with Cheetos powder). Sit properly in front of a flat surface without clutter. Have a long spine, relaxed shoulders and neck, we take a deep belly breath in and out. Now are ready.
The easy-to-follow instructions from Michiko and Seiko helped all students at different skill levels create adorable origami models. The workshops also introduced Japanese names and pronunciation for each model. The instructors enjoyed being together with SJA students and having the fun of folding origami as much as kids did or better.
FALL ORIGAMI WORKSHOPS
Fall workshops were fun; we folded many models related to the holiday season, getting into the festive mood.
